Closed tender

Soft Market Test for a Safe and Steady Exercise Programme

Details

Published
30 June 2025
Submission
14 July 2025

Tender description

Knowsley Council would like to commission a provider to deliver a community-based strength and balance exercise programme to eligible residents; = 55 years and above, at risk of falls or having had falls, to improve postural stability, increase independence, and reduce the individual’s perceived fear of falling. We would like to take the opportunity to do some `soft market testing’ to better understand the current market and determine interest levels. As such providers are invited to register on The-Chest portal, access the Soft Market Test document and complete and return no later than 12 noon on the 14th July 2025. Keywords: exercise, posture, falls, prevention, balance

Timeline

  1. Completed: Tender published30 June 2025
    Current notice
  2. Completed: Submission date14 July 2025

About the buyer

Knowsley Council runs as a Merseyside local authority, and buys through STAR Procurement, a shared service with St Helens, Trafford, Tameside, Stockport and Rochdale councils. Dynamic Purchasing Systems give suppliers an open route in, rather than a fixed approved list. Quotations cover smaller requirements, while formal tenders are run for larger projects. A dedicated business growth team runs Meet the Buyer events to connect local firms with opportunities.

Over the past 5 years, most of Knowsley Council's contract awards have been in construction work, health and social work and architectural and engineering services.

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